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Looking for a cheap last-minute deal or the best return flight from Vancouver International to Dubai? Find the lowest prices on one-way and return tickets right here.
Dubai.$1,616 per passenger.Departing Mon, 24 Nov, returning Sat, 29 Nov.Return flight with Air France.Outbound indirect flight with Air France, departs from Vancouver International on Mon, 24 Nov, arriving in Dubai.Inbound indirect flight with Air France, departs from Dubai on Sat, 29 Nov, arriving in Vancouver International.Price includes taxes and charges.From $1,616, select.
Dubai.$1,616 per passenger.Departing Thu, 29 May, returning Wed, 11 Jun.Return flight with Delta.Outbound indirect flight with Delta, departs from Vancouver International on Thu, 29 May, arriving in Dubai.Inbound indirect flight with Delta, departs from Dubai on Wed, 11 Jun, arriving in Vancouver International.Price includes taxes and charges.From $1,616, select.
Dubai.$1,617 per passenger.Departing Wed, 15 Oct, returning Wed, 22 Oct.Return flight with Air France.Outbound indirect flight with Air France, departs from Vancouver International on Wed, 15 Oct, arriving in Dubai.Inbound indirect flight with Air France, departs from Dubai on Wed, 22 Oct, arriving in Vancouver International.Price includes taxes and charges.From $1,617, select.
Dubai.$1,626 per passenger.Departing Tue, 13 May, returning Fri, 23 May.Return flight with KLM.Outbound indirect flight with KLM, departs from Vancouver International on Tue, 13 May, arriving in Dubai.Inbound indirect flight with KLM, departs from Dubai on Fri, 23 May, arriving in Vancouver International.Price includes taxes and charges.From $1,626, select.
Dubai.$1,633 per passenger.Departing Fri, 24 Oct, returning Sun, 9 Nov.Return flight with KLM and Air France.Outbound indirect flight with KLM, departs from Vancouver International on Fri, 24 Oct, arriving in Dubai.Inbound indirect flight with Air France, departs from Dubai on Sun, 9 Nov, arriving in Vancouver International.Price includes taxes and charges.From $1,633, select.
Dubai.$1,633 per passenger.Departing Mon, 8 Sep, returning Wed, 17 Sep.Return flight with Delta.Outbound indirect flight with Delta, departs from Vancouver International on Mon, 8 Sep, arriving in Dubai.Inbound indirect flight with Delta, departs from Dubai on Wed, 17 Sep, arriving in Vancouver International.Price includes taxes and charges.From $1,633, select.
Dubai.$1,633 per passenger.Departing Thu, 5 Jun, returning Mon, 9 Jun.Return flight with Delta.Outbound indirect flight with Delta, departs from Vancouver International on Thu, 5 Jun, arriving in Dubai.Inbound indirect flight with Delta, departs from Dubai on Mon, 9 Jun, arriving in Vancouver International.Price includes taxes and charges.From $1,633, select.
Dubai.$1,649 per passenger.Departing Mon, 25 Aug, returning Mon, 22 Sep.Return flight with KLM and Air France.Outbound indirect flight with KLM, departs from Vancouver International on Mon, 25 Aug, arriving in Dubai.Inbound indirect flight with Air France, departs from Dubai on Mon, 22 Sep, arriving in Vancouver International.Price includes taxes and charges.From $1,649, select.

Find the cheapest month to fly from Vancouver International to Dubai

We’re always keeping an eye on fares, so you can find the best one in seconds. It looks like Vancouver International to Dubai flights are currently cheapest in November.
Apr
from $1,736
May
from $1,626
Jun
from $1,633
Jul
from $1,854
Aug
from $1,896
Sep
from $1,633
Oct
from $1,617
Nov
from $1,616
Dec
from $1,778
Jan
from $1,779
Feb
from $1,783
Mar
from $1,774

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Vancouver to Dubai: Flight information

The things to know before you go.
Cheapest flight found$1,616
Cheapest month to flyMay
Average flight time15 hrs
Most popular airlineAir Canada
Average flights per week4

Finding cheap flights from Vancouver International to Dubai: Frequently asked questions

There are 4 airports in Dubai: Dubai, Sharjah, Dubai Al Maktoum International, and Ras Al Khaimah.
The best price we found for a return flight from Vancouver International to Dubai is $1,616. This is an estimate based on information collected from different airlines and travel providers over the last 4 days and is subject to change and availability.
15 hours is the average flight time from Vancouver International to Dubai.
Air Canada flies direct from Vancouver International to Dubai.
As of April 2025, there are 8 flights per week flying from Vancouver International to Dubai.
The cheapest month to fly from Vancouver International to Dubai is usually May.
If you're flying from Vancouver International Airport, the cheapest airport near Dubai is Dubai – which is 5.6 km away from the centre of Dubai. We've found flights into this airport from $1,616.
After crunching the numbers on our flight calendar, we found that it's currently cheapest to fly from Vancouver International Airport to Dubai on Thursday, 29 May 2025.
Yes – the average flight time is 15 hours.
We show every price from over 1,200 airlines and travel agents, comparing them all so you don’t have to. If you know you want to fly to Dubai but you’re not ready to book, set up a Price Alert. We’ll track prices for you, and let you know when they rise or fall.
We crunched all the numbers in our flight calendar and it looks like the cheapest time to book a flight to Dubai is around 40 days in advance, so don’t leave your flight to the last minute.
In April, the average temperature is usually around 28°C. August is typically the warmest month in Dubai, when it usually averages around 42°C. You can expect the least rain in May. The coldest month is January, with temperatures averaging 15°C. The rainiest month is January.
Currently, Delta and Air Canada offer the cheapest flight tickets to Dubai.

Flying from Vancouver International Airport (YVR) to Dubai: what you need to know

  • Expect to be in the air for 15 hours 50 minutes. That's the average time for a direct flight from Vancouver International Airport to Dubai.

  • The timezone in Dubai is UTC+4. The city is 11 hours ahead of Vancouver, where Vancouver International Airport is located.

  • The busiest route is from Vancouver International Airport (YVR) to Dubai Airport (DXB). You can select from 2 services every week between these two airports. If you'd like to get on your way as soon as possible, the earliest flight from YVR to DXB is the 21:05 Air Canada service. If you'd rather fly out later on, the final departure is at 22:05 with Air Canada.

  • To ensure you catch your flight from YVR to Dubai, leave plenty of time to check in and find your gate. Arriving two hours ahead of international departures and one hour before domestic flights is the general rule.

  • You'll likely experience bigger queues in popular months such as August and other peak seasons. Arriving up to fours hours ahead of international flights and two hours for a domestic departure is a wise move.

  • Direct flights from Vancouver International Airport (YVR) to Dubai are available for booking. Dubai Airport (DXB) is where you'll step off the plane.

  • Book your seat with Air Canada. This popular airline offers direct flights from Vancouver International Airport to Dubai.

  • To visit United Arab Emirates for tourism purposes, you'll need a visa if you have a passport from Canada. However, visa rules are subject to change and you may need other documents depending on the length and purpose of your stay. Always check the most up-to-date guidelines before you book your cheap ticket from Vancouver International Airport to Dubai.

  • The journey from central Vancouver to YVR takes about 33 minutes by public transport. If you drive, ride-share or take a cab, you'll cover the 14 kilometres in 26 minutes or so, depending on traffic.

  • After a relaxed start to your holiday? Stay near YVR. Whether you've booked an early flight from Vancouver International Airport to Dubai or just don't like being rushed, these hotels have you covered:

How to find the cheapest flights from Vancouver International Airport (YVR) to Dubai

  • $713 is the best price for a one-way ticket from Vancouver International Airport to Dubai. Return flights start from $1,616. These prices may change based on availability.

  • Book 9 months before you travel. After looking at the numbers on our calendar, this is how far you'll want to book ahead to find cheap tickets from YVR to Dubai.

  • The cheapest month for tickets from Vancouver International Airport to Dubai is May. You can easily compare prices using the 'Whole month' tool to find the dates with the lowest fares.

  • Sign into your online account or use the app to set up a Price Alert. You'll get notified straight away if there's a cheaper deal on this route. It's easy to do, and it'll save you the hassle of searching for flight tickets from YVR to Dubai every day.

  • Take advantage of the filters to find your ideal journey. To see the 'Fastest,' 'Best' or 'Cheapest' flights from Vancouver International Airport to Dubai, use the 'Sort by' function. You can also filter results by airline, departure and arrival times, and journey duration.

Airports in Dubai

Dubai Airport (DXB)

  • Dubai Airport (DXB) to central Dubai is roughly 14 kilometres. It takes around 16 minutes to get to the centre driving.

  • It takes roughly 49 minutes to get there using public transport.

  • If you're coming in on a late flight from Vancouver International Airport to Dubai, nothing beats the convenience of staying near the terminal. Grab your luggage from the carousel and then be showered and relaxing not long after at one of these hotels near DXB:

Dubai World Central - Al Maktoum International Airport (DWC)

Best time to go to Dubai

  • It's time to work out your travel dates for your flight from Vancouver International Airport to Dubai. July is the busiest month for a trip to Dubai. If you like a quieter atmosphere, go in April.

  • The warmest month in Dubai is July, with the temperature ranging between 30ºC and 42ºC. Lock in your flights from Vancouver International Airport to Dubai in this month if this is the type of weather you enjoy.

  • January sees average temperatures of between 14ºC and 25ºC. Look for cheap flights from YVR to Dubai around that time if you like cooler conditions.

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